What is another word for armoured personnel carrier?
Pronunciation: [ˈɑːməd pˌɜːsənˈɛl kˈaɹɪə] (IPA) 
An armoured personnel carrier (APC) is a military vehicle designed to transport troops safely to and from combat zones. Synonyms for the term include infantry fighting vehicle (IFV), armored infantry carrier, and armored troop carrier. IFVs are often equipped with machine guns or other weapons to provide support to the soldiers they carry. Another synonym is the MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicle, which is specifically designed to withstand explosive attacks. The term "tank" may also be used colloquially, although technically tanks are a separate class of military vehicle primarily used for offensive operations. Regardless of the name, APCs are vital for the safe and efficient transport of troops in dangerous situations.
